Here on New Classical Tracks, we love sharing with you the most exciting new recordings every year. And, when you enter our weekly CD giveaways, you show us how excited you are about these recordings, too. Find out which are your 10 most coveted new releases of 2018.


New Classical Tracks: Most coveted releases of 2018

Are you a good listener? Every year, students across the state compete in the Minnesota High School Music Listening Contest to answer that question. This innovative music competition exposes young people to the surprising variety of all things classical.


Minnesota students learn to listen through innovative classical music contest

We spoke with international superstar Sarah Brightman about her inspiring new album, 'Hymn,' which will be released Friday and go on tour throughout 2019. Catch her in theaters Thursday night for a special film version of her upcoming concert tour.


Sarah Brightman brings light and inspiration with her latest album, 'Hymn'

England's Feversham Primary Academy once struggled to engage its students. Now, after doubling down on music education, the school is excelling beyond all expectations.


Watch: How music saved a struggling British elementary school

Andre Rieu is known for sharing the joys of classical music with the world. On Aug. 28, U.S. audiences can watch his 2018 Maastricht concert in theaters across the country, and catch him on tour later this fall. Rieu shares his concert philosophy and chats about his latest album, 'Amore.'


Catch 'Waltz King' Andre Rieu in U.S. theaters on Aug. 28 and on tour this fall

Ever wondered which classical composer you're most like? Is it Bach, Beethoven or maybe someone a little more modern? Find out with this quiz from Classical MPR and American Public Media.


Quiz: Which classical composer are you?

Imagine having to perform one of the most iconic opera arias on live television and at a moment's notice. Could you do it? Aretha Franklin did -- filling in for Luciano Pavarotti, no less.


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